Culinary Training & Development Chef

Seven House Family; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium health-focused dining establishment in Dubai seeks a Culinary Training & Development Chef to lead its culinary direction. The role involves developing innovative health-centric menus, managing supplier relations, and overseeing kitchen operations. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in a senior culinary position, with a strong passion for health and wellness.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Club Access to Wellness facilities

50% F&B Discount

Career Growth Opportunities

Supportive Team Culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior culinary role.
• Proven track record in menu development and supplier management.
• Strong understanding of modern nutrition trends.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement seasonal and permanent menu items.
• Identify and establish relationships with high-quality suppliers.
• Calculate and review food costs for menu items.
• Support training and development of BOH staff.

Skills

Menu development

Supplier management

Cost management

Team leadership

Knowledge of modern nutrition trends

Job description

We are seeking a visionary and highly organized Culinary Training & Development Chef to lead the culinary direction of The Dose by Silvena. This role is responsible for developing innovative health-focused menus aligned with our brand identity sourcing premium ingredients and suppliers and managing menu costing to ensure profitability without compromising quality. The Culinary Training & Development Chef will play a key role in shaping our culinary identity and scaling it across current and future locations.

Key Responsibilities:

Menu Development

• Design test and implement seasonal and permanent menu items reflecting The Dose by Silvena s core values: health innovation and culinary excellence.
  
• Work closely with Chef Silvena and Brand Team to ensure menu alignment with the brand s vision and nutritional philosophy.
  
• Stay ahead of food trends and proactively incorporate wellness-driven ideas into the menu.
  

Ingredient Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Identify and establish relationships with high-quality sustainable suppliers (local and international).
  
• Oversee procurement of ingredients ensuring freshness consistency and compliance with health and safety standards.
  
• Collaborate with the procurement and finance team to negotiate contracts and optimize supplier terms.
  

Cost Management

• Calculate and regularly review food costs for all menu items to ensure optimal pricing strategies.
  
• Maintain and improve kitchen operations to maximize efficiency and reduce waste.
  
• Work with operations and finance to align menu engineering with overall profitability goals.
  

Team Leadership & Kitchen Oversight

• Support the training and development of BOH staff to ensure flawless execution of all menu items.
  
• Implement kitchen SOPs and ensure compliance with hygiene safety and quality standards.
  
• Provide leadership in scaling kitchen operations across multiple outlets and supporting franchise growth.
  

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior culinary role preferably in health-driven or concept-driven kitchens.
  
• Proven track record in menu development costing and supplier management.
  
• Strong understanding of modern nutrition trends dietary requirements and superfoods.
  
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic and growing environment.
  
• Passion for health wellness and culinary innovation.
  

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Based on experience and role responsibilities
  
• Club Access: Full access to SEVEN Wellness Club facilities and classes
  
• F&B Discount: 50% off all in-house food and beverage items at The Dose by Silvena
  
• Career Growth: Opportunities to grow across SEVEN s expanding group of brands
  
• Supportive Culture: A team-oriented environment that values initiative professionalism and well-being